Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 3, 2026

Dad of the Roads News ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our site, including our Iran 2026 conflict analysis pages.

Information We Collect

• Automatically Collected: When you visit, we may collect non-personal technical data (IP address, browser type, pages viewed, time spent) via standard server logs and analytics tools. This helps us improve site performance and content relevance.
• Voluntarily Provided: If you contact us, subscribe to updates, or participate in surveys, we collect only the information you choose to share (e.g., name, email). We never require sensitive personal data to access our content.
• Cookies & Tracking: We use minimal, essential cookies for site functionality. Optional analytics cookies help us understand content engagement. You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings.

How We Use Information

• To deliver, maintain, and improve our news content and website experience
• To respond to your inquiries and provide requested information
• To analyze trends and enhance content relevance (using aggregated, anonymized data)
• To comply with legal obligations and protect the rights, safety, and property of our users and the public

Information Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share aggregated, anonymized data for research or reporting purposes. We may disclose information if required by law or to protect against harm.

Data Security & Retention

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data. We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined herein or as required by law.

Your Rights & Choices

• Access, correct, or delete your personal data (contact us at privacy@dadoftheroads.com)
• Opt out of non-essential cookies via your browser or device settings
• Request information about our data practices
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

Third-Party Links & Services

Our content may include links to external sites (news sources, official advisories, humanitarian organizations). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage reviewing their policies before sharing information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Significant changes will be noted with a revised "Last updated" date. Continued use of our site constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.